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Things aren't always what they seemIn this "March 2007 Mythbusters" issue, we want to clarify a few details about City CarShare.Here's the first myth:
Dear City CarShare folks,Thanks Ziggy, we couldn't have said it better! City CarShare is proud to offer excellent insurance coverage to our members and you're right: We do care! That's why our insurance covers up to $1 million per incident. For more myths and facts click here. |
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This is a common question these days. And a good one.
Recently we rearranged information and resources inside our cars.
The proof of insurance, registration, defect sheet and gas card are in
the visor above the driver's seat. The goal is to make it easy
for you to find items within reach. If you have questions while
you're on the road, pull over and look in the glove compartment for the
Quick Guide booklet. It has information about parking issues,
panel lights, running late and more. |
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We asked members to participate in a photo shoot and the response was
so great, we couldn't take everyone up on their generous offers to help
out. Thanks to everyone who offered and participated.
We also appreciate the ongoing dedication and talent from those members
who help us out in the office on a regular basis. By helping out,
you make our jobs easier and more fun. |
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New podsThis is one of our favorite announcements. Check out our recent growth in these areas:
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Driving tip of the month: Hide the keyAre you tired of grabbing the end of the key cord in search of the key? We've installed a handy key pouch near the ignition under the driving wheel so you can stash the key and find it again with ease. The trick is to use it every time, so please do.Every month we will include a driving tip in the newsletter and post them to our website. We get many of these suggestions for tips from members, so feel free to let us know if you have any ideas for this feature. Email memberservices@citycarshare.org. |
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Fun in the sun and sharing the loveAs summer approaches we're looking at upcoming festivals, concerts, street fairs and parades for City CarShare to be present. Let us know if there are any events that you think would be good for City CarShare to spread the word, give out free goodies and sign up new members. If you'd like to help us out at the table chatting with the curious, let us know. It's a great way to get the word out and meet new people. Email marketing@citycarshare.org for suggestions and to add your name to the event volunteer list. |
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New partnerships between City CarShare and the City College of San
Francisco (CCSF) and the University of California, San Francisco
(UCSF) have formed. Now both colleges have pods on-site for use
by students, staff, faculty and the public. We are pleased that
CCSF and UCSF are joining our collective effort to reduce pollution and
decrease the number of cars on the road while providing their students
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March Mythbusters continuedMyth: City CarShare does not pay for parking spaces. Fact: City CarShare certainly does pay for parking. In fact, this is one of our highest cost items. Except for a few spaces that have been donated by good-hearted supporters, we pay for all of our parking spaces. At City of San Francisco garages, we pay the carpool rate. Unfortunately, parking prices have increased substantially over the past 18 months, since our competition has come to town. We aren't above paying "below market rates", however, so if you know a good location that wants to give us a deal, please let us know! Myth: City CarShare is just like the competition. Fact: City CarShare is your local, homegrown car sharing organization. All of our staff, customer service and support help live here. And, as a socially responsible, non-profit organization, our only goal is to provide convenient, affordable access to cars. By doing so, we aim to reduce individual car ownership -- and improve the environment and quality of life in our cities. So, every dollar we make goes back into our community through our services. And we provide the best insurance coverage, cleanest cars and lowest usage prices in the industry -- at about $6/hour for an average trip. Myth: City CarShare is expensive. Fact: Did you know that 90% of all trips are under 5 hours and under 60 miles? If your trips are in this range, City CarShare is the lowest cost option available. At $4 per hour and 44 cents per mile, the average City CarShare per hour fee is under $6. Members' average monthly bills are $30-$70. And since off-peak pricing is as low as $2/hour, you have more low cost options for getting around town. Myth: City CarShare has fewer "cool" cars. Fact: Is global warming cool? Are large, high emission cars needed in our urban environment? Our members say "no." That's why City CarShare only offers cars that are at, or near, the top of their class in fuel efficiency. We choose these cars not just to be kind to the environment, but also due to quality, function and occasionally because they're fun to drive. Myth: City CarShare is new in the Bay Area. Fact: False! City CarShare was the first provider in the Bay Area. As the original socially-responsible car sharing organization in the Bay Area, we've been serving members since 2001. With other providers now in town, we know you have a choice and we appreciate that you choose City CarShare. Thanks for sharing,  |
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